ITBS Vocabulary in Context 2

Question 1

The scientist's hypothesis was later corroborated by new evidence. What does 'corroborated' mean in this sentence?

Accepted Answer

confirmed

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disproved

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questioned

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replaced

Question 2

The child was reluctant to share her favorite toy with her brother. What does 'reluctant' mean here?

Accepted Answer

unwilling

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eager

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afraid

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unable

Question 3

The old map was so deteriorated that parts of it were impossible to read. What does 'deteriorated' mean?

Accepted Answer

broken down over time

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enlarged

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decorated

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carefully folded

Question 4

After the long hike, the campers were famished and ate everything in sight. What does 'famished' mean?

Accepted Answer

very hungry

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exhausted

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overheated

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slightly tired

Question 5

The ambassador served as a liaison between the two countries. What does 'liaison' most likely mean?

Accepted Answer

connection or go-between

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leader

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opponent

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historian

Question 6

The comedian's jokes were so subtle that only the adults in the audience understood them. What does 'subtle' mean?

Accepted Answer

not immediately obvious

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loud and obvious

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mean-spirited

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very simple

Question 7

The volunteer's dedication to helping the homeless was truly commendable. What does 'commendable' mean?

Accepted Answer

deserving praise

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surprising

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required by law

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temporary